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Just rolled the credits and this game is pretty awesome. Plenty of food for thought about family relationships. The visuals look gorgeous on PS5, and it plays incredibly well! All the elements of success.
There are a few things that are just not my cup of tea like too many open-world discoveries, but I am sure many people love them. Up until the end, I also couldn't 'get gut' with the parry in the game, but that's on me too.
Overall, a great successor to the first game, and I hope we'll see more of the series in the future.
Just rolled credits - what a game! An absolute masterpiece, easily my GOTY and probably one of the best games I've ever played.
The story is incredible, and the art and visuals are exceptional. Every second frame is an absolute cinema.
The jRPG formula seriously benefits from the dynamic parry and dodge mechanics. I now want these mechanics in all jRPGs.
Can't wait to see what Sandfall will be cooking up next.
Classic jRPG with a modern look. Certain elements preserve the old-school feel, which you either like or not. The game offers many jRPG battles and moments—some touching, some funny. Overall, it's a modern classic, and if you enjoy jRPGs, you'll love it.
Another unique feature is the art style by Akira Toriyama, the famous artist behind the Dragon Ball series. Again, this is subjective; you either like it or not. I was never a fan, so for me, the visual aspect of the game is a drawback.
This game has everything for jRPG nostalgia with some modern elements: a cool world, interesting battle mechanics, a nice story, and incredible animation.
However, it just didn't resonate with me. I didn't connect with the characters much; in my opinion, there should have been one protagonist, as they aren't very distinct. The battle mechanics became repetitive, the puzzles weren't engaging, and the world lacked the unique vibe we've come to expect from Japanese jRPGs.
Co-op mode made the adventure a bit more fun, but I still couldn't wait to finish the game. I'm sure many people will love it; it just didn't click with me.
STALKER 2 is a survival game that leans heavily into its hardcore roots. It excels at creating a tense atmosphere, with challenging survival mechanics, dangerous exploration, and a realistic sense of constant peril.
However, its lackluster story, repetitive AI, and inconsistent NPC behavior might not appeal to everyone. Definitely not my cup of tea.
Best suited for fans of the original STALKER or those seeking a punishing survival experience, it’s a solid, unique game that stands apart from modern trends.
My more detailed preview is here: https://youtu.be/bGV8jJ3FX6I
Ultimately, it is an amazing game with a GTA-like feeling of gameplay but also great RPG elements and follows the cyberpunk genre closely with many important questions to raise.
Also, as usual, CD Projekt RED nailed side quests. Many of them were so good.
PS It’s a little but disappointing that it’s impossible to do Platinum without replaying the game because there is one missable achievement.